Spending a semester or a year abroad at the University of Ballarat offers you a unique opportunity for adventure, travel, learning about Australian people and culture, as well as a distinct academic challenge in many areas of coursework.
The University of Ballarat was established in Australia's timeless bushland at the base of Mount Helen. Since the university's inception, the student population has grown to more than 18,000 students undertaking studies in 50 specialized areas across nine schools. Tremendous resources are available at the university, including superb library facilities, an ultra-modern aquatic fitness center, a gymnasium, and numerous shops and cafes for you to enjoy.
The city of Ballarat has a unique small-town feel, with many big-city amenities within walking distance or a short bus ride. With 82,000 residents, Ballarat enjoys a wide variety of services, including many educational institutions, medical services, places of worship, clubs, cinemas, shopping centers, world-class sporting facilities and celebrated tourist destinations such as Sovereign Hill, Eureka Stockade Center, and Ballarat Wildlife Park.
| City, Country; | Ballarat, Australia |
|---|---|
| Session | Semester and/or Academic Year |
| Dates |
Spring Semester (Semester 1): February 11, 2012 - June 26, 2012 Fall Semester (Semester 2): July - November |
| Requirements | 2.5 GPA |
| Application |
Deadlines: Application Requirements:
The Course Approval Form (due May 1st) is to be submitted by SUNY Cortland students only. Non-Cortland students must speak with their home campus study abroad office for information on the course approval process. Non-Cortland students must return completed Judicial Review and Code of Conduct forms along with application. |
| Travel Information |
Spring 2012 Travel Dates: Departure Date from U.S.: February 11, 2012 Departure Date from University of Ballarat: June 26th, 2012 Fall 2012 Travel Dates: Departure Date from U.S.: July 6, 2012 (Arrive Ballarat July 8, 2012) Departure Date from University of Ballarat: October 2012 |
| Program Costs |
Accepted students will receive an updated budget as a part of their acceptance packet. This program qualifies for an Exchange Award, which can result in considerable savings on the total program cost. The Exchange Award is available to SUNY Cortland students only. Please contact International Programs to obtain an application for the award and an exchange budget for this program. |
| Program Course Information |
Please see link below for available Courses/Study Options. Students will select at least 60 Australian Credit Units (equivalent to 12 SUNY Cortland Credit Hours): University of Ballarat International Student Course Selection Guide |
| Accommodations |
On and Off-Campus Housing; Partial meal plan or Self-Catering Available |
| Host Website | |
| Student Mentor |
Email one of our student mentors to learn more about the University of Ballarat from a student's perspective. Dennis Codrington, studied at the University of Ballarat for the fall 2011 semester |
| Program Advisor | Contact Gonda Gebhardt, SUNY Cortland Study Abroad Advisor for any questions you may have |
